Community Donations
We believe in the importance of giving back to communities where we live and work. Through NLC’s Community Donations Program, we provide donations of $1,000 to charities and non-profit organizations that are making a positive impact at a local level.
Registered charities and non-profit organizations are eligible to apply for NLC’s Community Donations program. Programs and projects must have an impact in Newfoundland and Labrador in the areas of Social Responsibility, Food Security, Mental Health and Community Wellness, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion or Environmental Sustainability.
How to apply
Eligible charities and non-profit organizations must fill out the NLC Community Donation application form. Applications are accepted four times per year. If you apply after the deadline, your application will be accepted for the following round. Approved applicants must wait a full year before applying again.
For a list of programs and causes that are not eligible for support please click HERE
Programs Not Eligible for Support
The following requests do not meet criteria for NLC’s Community Donations program, and are not eligible for support:
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals or individual families
- Projects or programs outside Newfoundland and Labrador
- Political, labour, fraternal organizations, or civic clubs
- Religious or sectarian programs or purposes
- Third-party organizations raising funds for charities
- Travel-related events, including student trips or tours
- Conferences or seminars
- Film productions
- Memorial campaigns
- Direct mail campaigns
- Sports teams or sporting events
- Individual schools
- Professional trade groups
- Event sponsorships
- Third-party in-store fundraising, except for pre-approved causes
- Gift cards or product (including discounts for products) for fundraising or charitable purposes (e.g. door prizes, raffles, auction items, etc.)
- Organizations that do not share NLC’s values, as well as organizations that discriminate against individuals based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or any legally protected characteristic
SUMMER
Application Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Decision Confirmation:June 30, 2025
WINTER
Application Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Decision Confirmation:January 12, 2026
SPRING
Application Deadline:
March 1, 2026
Decision Confirmation:March 30, 2026
Supported Organizations
Below is a list of local registered charities and non-profit organizations throughout the province that have received funding from NLC. To date, $20,000 has been donated through the program to support programs and initiatives in key areas including food security, mental health and community wellness, diversity, equity, and inclusion, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability.
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ALS Society of Newfoundland and Labrador – Bi-Pap Machine Support for Clients
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Association for New Canadians – Fresh Start Breakfast / Swimming for Newcomers
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Benoit First Nation – Indigenous Awareness Events
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Newfoundland – Mentor Program Support
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Boys and Girls Club, St. Anthony – Food and Snack Program Support
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Burin Area Food Pantry – Monthly Hamper Program
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Chabad of Newfoundland Inc. – The Friendship Circle Program
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Community Mental Health Initiative – Mental Health and Wellness Workshop
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Freshwater Community Centre – Community Garden Development
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GNP Community Centre – Community Meal Program for Seniors
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Habitat for Humanity – Home Build Support for Local Families
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Helping Hands Family Aid Food Bank – Food Hamper Support
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Home Again Furniture Bank – Furniture Delivery Support
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John Howard Society – Phoenix Garden Project
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Knights of Columbus, Council 7405 – School Anti-Bullying Awareness Program
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Placentia Star of the Sea Association Inc.– Garden/Green Space Expansion
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Saint Vincent De Paul Carbonear Food Bank – Food Hamper Support
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Shoebox Project for Women – Essentials/Self-Care Item Support
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Smallwood Crescent Community Centre – Community Meals and Emergency Pantry Support
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YMCA Northeast Avalon – Summer Camp Registration Support